Airport Comparison
| AFF | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFF | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KAFF | MMGL |
| City | Colorado Springs | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 6,576 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.000000, -104.800000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Colorado Springs (AFF) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) in Colorado Springs, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,060 kilometers (1,280 miles / 1,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:01 in Colorado Springs, it's 10:01 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,560 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits lower than Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Colorado Springs (AFF) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Davis Field (Usaf Academy Field) Airport (AFF) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.